Yakisoba vs. Soba vs. Ramen vs. Udon vs. Somen
Yakisoba, Soba, Ramen, Udon, and Somen are the noodle dishes most familiar to us, and if you are acquainted with Japanese food, you should know about these noodles pretty well. 5 Popular Types of...
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Yakimeshi vs. Chahan: Japanese Fried Rice Dishes
When people think of a fried rice dish commonly eaten in Japan, many will probably picture Yakimeshi (焼き飯) or Chahan (炒飯/チャーハン). Yakimeshi vs. Chahan The Japanese fried rice dishes Yakimeshi and Chahan are similar...
Butaman vs. Nikuman: Japanese Steamed Pork Buns
Around this time of year, convenience store chains in Japan begin selling Chukaman (中華まん) or Chinese-style steamed buns. They are usually kept warm in a warming showcase set next to the checkout counter. There are many variations...
Yaki Imo vs. Hoshi Imo: Japanese Sweet Potato Snacks
When it comes to Japanese snacks using sweet potatoes, I used to buy Yaki Imo (焼き芋) as a kid from a small catering truck that passed my house almost every evening during cold winter...
Shichimi Togarashi vs. Furikake: Japanese Condiments
Shichimi Togarashi (simply Shichimi) and Furikake are condiments representing Japan, which consist of mini flakes sprinkled on food when used. If you only hear that, you might think they are the same thing. Furikake...
The Difference: Okonomiyaki Sauce vs. Tonkatsu Sauce
As for the brown sauce, in addition to Tonkatsu sauce, Worcester sauce, and Chuno sauce, we commonly use Okonomiyaki sauce at home. As I wrote in this article, the first three sauces are similar...
Karashi vs. Wasabi: Pungent Japanese Condiments
When it comes to the condiment for traditional Japanese buckwheat noodles, Soba or Nihon Soba, in addition to Shichimi Togarashi, I love to add grated Japanese horseradish Wasabi (わさび) to the cup of Soba....
Tonkatsu Sauce vs. Worcester Sauce vs. Chuno Sauce
Tonkatsu (豚カツ) is the Japanese pork cutlet featuring its crispy deep-fried breadcrumb covering, typically accompanying shredded cabbage, and eaten with Tonkatsu sauce (とんかつソース). For those unfamiliar with Japanese food culture, as its name suggests,...
